Eggs & Breakfast
Frozen Biscuits in the Air Fryer (Pillsbury Grands and More)
Cook frozen biscuits in the air fryer at 330°F for 12–16 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and fluffy. Times for Pillsbury Grands, Mary B's and canned biscuits.
Quick answer
Cook frozen biscuits straight from the freezer in the air fryer at 330°F165°C for 12–16 minutes, flipping them halfway, until golden brown on both sides and cooked through in the middle. There's no need to thaw them. Leave about an inch between biscuits so they can rise. Canned refrigerated biscuits take 8–10 minutes at the same temperature.
- Time
- 12–16 min
- Flip
- Yes, halfway
- Done when
- Golden both sides, no doughy center
Frozen Biscuits with Honey Butter air fryer times
| What you're cooking | Temp | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pillsbury Grands! frozen biscuits | 330°F165°C | 12–16 min | Flip halfway |
| Smaller frozen biscuits (Mary B's, store brand) | 330°F165°C | 10–13 min | Flip halfway |
| Frozen biscuits, crispier tops | 340°F170°C | 11–14 min | Watch the bottoms |
| Canned refrigerated biscuits | 330°F165°C | 8–10 min | Flip at 5 minutes |
| Homemade biscuits, frozen unbaked | 330°F165°C | 14–18 min | Check the center |
| Reheating cooked biscuits | 300°F150°C | 3–4 min | Wrap in foil to keep them soft |
Times are for a preheated 5–6 quart basket air fryer with food in a single layer. Oven-style and very large air fryers can run 1–3 minutes slower. Always check doneness with an instant-read thermometer.
Frozen biscuits and an air fryer are a great breakfast shortcut, and a handy holiday side when the oven is full. They go straight from the freezer to the basket and come out tall, fluffy and golden in about 15 minutes, with no thawing and no preheated oven.
How to cook frozen biscuits in the air fryer
- Preheat to 330°F165°C. A gentle temperature lets the center cook through.
- Arrange in a single layer with about an inch of space between biscuits.
- Cook 7–8 minutes, then flip.
- Cook another 5–8 minutes, until golden on both sides and cooked through.
Times by brand and type
- Pillsbury Grands! frozen biscuits (Southern Homestyle, Buttermilk, Flaky Layers): 330°F165°C for 12–16 minutes, flipped halfway.
- Smaller frozen biscuits (Mary B’s and most store brands): 330°F165°C for 10–13 minutes.
- Canned refrigerated biscuits: 330°F165°C for 8–10 minutes, flipped at 5 minutes.
- Homemade biscuits you froze unbaked: 330°F165°C for 14–18 minutes. Check the center, because homemade biscuits are often taller.
Package directions are a useful guide for size. Air fryers vary, so pull one apart the first time to check.
For Thanksgiving and holiday breakfasts
Biscuits are an easy side for Thanksgiving dinner, or a holiday brunch with air fryer sausage and bacon. Cook them last, while the turkey rests, so they go to the table warm. For flaky crescent rolls and dinner rolls, see air fryer crescent rolls.
Tips for fluffy air fryer biscuits
- Don’t thaw them. Frozen biscuits rise best straight from the freezer.
- Give them space. Crowded biscuits steam and cook unevenly.
- Keep the heat moderate. 330°F165°C beats 350°F175°C for a fully cooked center.
- Use perforated parchment if they stick, with the biscuits on top so the paper can’t blow around.
- Brush with butter as soon as they come out for soft, shiny tops.
Storing and reheating
Keep cooked biscuits in an airtight bag for up to 2 days, or freeze them for up to 2 months. Reheat at 300°F150°C for 3–4 minutes, wrapped in foil so they stay soft.
Air Fryer Frozen Biscuits with Honey Butter
- Prep
- 2 min
- Cook
- 14 min
- Total
- 16 min
- Air fryer
- 330°F165°C
- Makes
- 4 biscuits
- Calories
- 230 per biscuit, with honey butter
Ingredients
- 4 frozen biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands! Southern Homestyle)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Pinch of flaky salt
Instructions
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- Preheat. Preheat the air fryer to 330°F165°C for 3 minutes.
- Arrange. Place the frozen biscuits in the basket in a single layer, with about 1 inch of space between them. Use perforated parchment if your basket tends to stick.
- Cook side one. Air fry for 7–8 minutes, until the tops are set and lightly golden.
- Flip and finish. Flip the biscuits with tongs and cook another 5–8 minutes, until golden on both sides and cooked through. Pull one apart to check that the center isn't doughy.
- Honey butter. While they cook, mash the butter and honey together with a pinch of flaky salt. Split the warm biscuits and spread with honey butter.
Notes
- Don't thaw them first. Frozen biscuits rise best straight from the freezer.
- If the outside browns before the center is done, lower the heat to 310°F155°C and add 2–3 minutes.
- Most 5–6 qt baskets fit 4–6 Grands-size biscuits at a time.
Nutrition is an estimate calculated from typical ingredient values and will vary by brand and portion.
Frequently asked questions
How long do you cook frozen biscuits in the air fryer?
Cook frozen biscuits at 330°F165°C for 12–16 minutes, flipping halfway. Large Pillsbury Grands! take the full 12–16 minutes, and smaller biscuits like Mary B's take 10–13 minutes. They're done when golden on both sides with no doughy center.
What temperature do you cook frozen biscuits in the air fryer?
330°F165°C works best. It's gentle enough for the center to cook through before the outside gets too dark. Higher temperatures often leave frozen biscuits brown outside and raw in the middle.
Do you need to thaw frozen biscuits before air frying?
No. Cook them straight from the freezer. They rise and bake evenly from frozen, and thawed biscuits can lose their shape.
Do you need to flip biscuits in the air fryer?
Yes, flip them halfway. The heat comes mostly from the top, so flipping gives you golden tops and bottoms and helps the center cook through.
Can you cook Pillsbury Grands frozen biscuits in the air fryer?
Yes. Cook them at 330°F165°C for 12–16 minutes, flipping at about 7–8 minutes. Leave an inch of space around each biscuit so they can rise. Most baskets fit 4–6 at a time.
How do you cook canned biscuits in the air fryer?
Canned refrigerated biscuits take 8–10 minutes at 330°F165°C, flipped at about 5 minutes. Space them apart, because they spread more than frozen biscuits.
Why are my air fryer biscuits doughy in the middle?
The heat was too high, or the biscuits were too close together. Use 330°F165°C, leave space between them, and flip halfway. If they brown too fast, drop to 310°F155°C and add a few minutes.
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